Does Starbucks have a presence in the Middle East?
Yes. Starbucks has stores in more than 80 countries globally and has been in the Middle East for over 20 years. Local business partner Alshaya Group operates nearly 2,000 Starbucks stores across the Middle East and North Africa region. The19,000 Alshaya baristas wearing the green apron throughout the region serve millions of customers each day and aim to provide a place where everyone feels welcome.
Despite false statements spread through social media, Starbucks has never contributed to any government or military operation in any way.
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The Starbucks Foundation and Alshaya Starbucks are committed to providing humanitarian aid in Gaza
